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Syrian refugees face tough winter in Jordan camp

Over 30,000 Syrian refugees are living in ZaatariThousands of children are living in the camp (Pic: UNICEF)UNICEF is trying to prepare the camp for winter by providing blankets and hot food (Pic: UNICEF)

UNICEF Ireland is warning that more than 30,000 Syrian refugees are facing a "hostile and unforgiving" winter living in tents in the Jordanian desert.

The aid agency is expanding its operations at the Zaatari camp, which is 15km from the Syrian border.

Staff are currently working to prepare the camp for winter, providing warm clothes, blankets, hot water and winter-proof tents.